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BOOK REVIEW: GUNBARREL HIGHWAY by Sean Bridges

Lenten Season Menu Options at Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Oyster Bar

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Mentors Care leader named to top program

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/7 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report Dena Petty, founder and executive director of Mentors Care, has been selected to join an elite network of more than 8,000 professionals as Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

Scholarships increased, entries due for annual ECAA Youth Art Show

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/7 12:46A Chris Roark

Staff report Scholarships for student artists have been increased as part of the annual Youth Art Show set for April 10-12. The show is open Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary...

Sims Library hosts car seat safety event

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/6 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report The recent car seat safety event at Sims Library helped families ensure their children travel safely. Hosted by the Sims Library in partnership Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

Unite Ellis to host Thrive ’25 Leadership Summit on Thursday

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/24 8:13A Chris Roark

Staff report Unite Ellis, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering unity and collaboration across Ellis County, announces the Thrive ‘25 Leadership Summit, a premier leadership Login to...

Carter BloodCare to offer tumblers for blood donors in March

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/22 2:48A Chris Roark

Staff report In March, Carter BloodCare introduces a new thank-you gift for local blood donors. Everyone who gives blood with Carter BloodCare in March will Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

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BOOK REVIEW: GUNBARREL HIGHWAY by Sean Bridges

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 3:29A KAREN SIDDALL

Gunbarrel Highway by Sean Bridges Exciting and intense thriller that will keep readers turning pages! Gunbarrel Highway is a new thriller by Texas author Sean Bridges that features a wild manhunt...

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas to Commemorate 75 Years at Gala Affair - May 8

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 2:12A Elizabeth Lenart

Since 1950, JFS has served as an open door to all in need impacting hundreds of thousands in its mission to provide whole-person care and promote self-sufficiency and well-being Jewish Family...

Susser Bank Celebrates New Plano Branch Opening

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 1:45A Carolyn Alvey

Susser Bank recently celebrated the opening of its first full-service branch in Collin County at 6900 North Dallas Parkway in Planos Legacy Town Center II. Conveniently located on the Dallas Tollway...

In honor of National Dentist Day: 5 foods for a healthier smile

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/6 1:00A Stephanie Patrick

In celebration of National Dentist Day, dentists at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas offer suggestions for the best foods to protect your smile. National Dentist Day is today, and...

Jersey Mikes and Wipe Out Kids Cancer Unite to Fight Pediatric Cancer100% of Sales Donated

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/4 11:44P Mary Jane Coker

Wipe Out Kids Cancer (WOKC) is teaming up with 88 Jersey Mikes Subs locations across DFW in March to raise funds in the fight against pediatric cancer. As part of Jersey Mikes 15th Annual Month of...

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The Rhône Rangers Ride into Texas Hill Country: A Celebration of American Rhône Wines

Texas Wine Lover 3/7 12:05A Jeff Cope

The Rhône Rangers are coming to the Texas Hill Country on April 6th. Who are the Rhône Rangers? It is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting American Rhône varietal...

Texas High Plains – The Undiscovered Wine Destination

Texas Wine Lover 3/6 12:10A Neal Addy

Name a first-rate Texas wine destination… I’ll wait. Did the name Lubbock spring to mind? Perhaps it should. Lubbock serves as the perfect gateway to one of the most...

Texas Hill Country Wineries Partners with Wine Folly to Launch Texas Hill Country Region Guide

Texas Wine Lover 3/5 3:56A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Wine Folly , the globally recognized authority in wine education, to...

Lenten Season Menu Options at Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Oyster Bar

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/4 11:37P Kathy Beazley

Dive into a sea of delicious options this Lenten season with Aw Shucks and Big Shucks Oyster Bar ! From Ash Wednesday on March 5 to Easter Sunday on April 20 at any of the locations in Dallas,...

Kenny's Restaurants Announce March Specials

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 3/4 11:30P Kelly Hunter

Each of the Kennys restaurants prides itself on creating special experiences for every diner. Throughout March, the five restaurants will each offer unique specials available through Monday, Mar. 31....

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THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY

The Middle Page 3/4 4:06A Cathy Williamson

THE POWER OF MATCHING SETS: FASHION MADE EASY Hello, ladies, it s finally March! January seemed to last so long, and February was a blink! I, for one, am so glad the days are getting longer and the...

Did Someone Say AMAZON!??

The Sister Studio 3/1 3:27A Jennifer Reed

Happy Friday, y all! I can t believe today is the last day of February January felt like an eternity and this month has just flown by! I rounded up all of my Amazon favorites from the month here for y...

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Jason Robertson scores twice and gets OT winner as Stars rally past Flames, 3-2

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/7 2:02A Associated Press

Jake Oettinger had 26 saves for Dallas, and Dan Vladar finished with 24 in his 100th career game.

Antetokounmpo joins 20,000-point club as Bucks roll past short-handed Mavericks 137-107

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/6 1:40A Associated Press

The 30-year-old Antetokounmpo has scored 20,010 career points, becoming the 52nd player to reach 20,000.

Texas Rangers expect slugger Adolis García ready for opening day since oblique strain is mild

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/5 7:24A Associated Press

Manager Bruce Bochy told reporters Wednesday that the two-time All-Star slugger had “not quite” a Grade 1 strain.

Top-ranked Auburn 'physically dominated' in loss to No. 22 Texas A&M

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/5 3:35A Associated Press

To Auburn coach Bruce Pearl the reason his team fell to No. 22 Texas A&M Tuesday night was clear. “They just physically dominated us,” he said.

Vassell's career-high 37 points lead Spurs past struggling Nets 127-113

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/5 2:54A Associated Press

San Antonio had 37 assists to become the first team in NBA history with 20-plus assists in 200 straight games.

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DFW is Home to Six out of the Thirty Fastest Growing Affluent Suburbs in 2025

DFW Urban Realty 2/26 7:42P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex continues to be a hotspot for luxury real estate, with affluent homebuyers flocking to its premier suburban communities. Offering a dynamic...

Top Ten High Rise Condo Apartment Urban Districts in Dallas Fort Worth, TX

DFW Urban Realty 2/25 8:41P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

One of our agents recently came to me and asked What are the top ten urban districts to purchase or rent a high rise condo or apartment in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX? I thought...

Just Listed Luxury Home in Rowlett at 4001 Dalton Near Lake Ray Hubbard

DFW Urban Realty 2/23 7:43P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed Luxury Home in Rowlett, TX Nestled in the highly sought-after Enclave at Liberty Grove, 4001 Dalton Drive in Rowlett, Texas, offers a harmonious blend of serene...

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West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30

Spectrum Local News Health 3/7 8:39A Associated Press

Most of the cases across both states are in people younger than 18 and people who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.

Texas health officials still unsure of the cause of the measles outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 3/5 10:00A Kaila Garrett

The number of cases has risen to 159 as of Tuesday, according to the state health commissioner.

West Texans, Mennonites at center of measles outbreak choose medical freedom over vaccine mandates

Spectrum Local News Health 3/4 3:14A Associated Press

The virus is spreading among Gaines County’s Mennonite community, where government mandates are not trusted.

Houston medical center receives severe sanctions for organ transplant scandal

Spectrum Local News Health 2/26 7:06A Kelsey Leffingwell

In April, an investigation revealed a doctor’s alterations to Memorial Hermann’s liver transplant database, changing deceased donor age and weight.

An unvaccinated child has died in the Texas measles outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 2/26 6:14A Associated Press

A child who was not vaccinated has died from measles in West Texas.

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The Most Tempting Tacos in Dallas

Eater Dallas 4/21 5:26A Courtney E. Smith

Simply can’t front on Velvet Taco. | Velvet Taco Soft or crunch, meaty or veggie, here’s where to order up the best tacos in the Metroplex There are so many great spots to get them in Dallas and all...

Simple blood test could reveal likelihood of deadly skin cancer returning, study suggests

Live Science 4/21 5:10A

A simple blood test could reveal who is at high risk of skin cancer recurrence after tumor-removal surgery. The test can detect fragments of tumor DNA with a simple blood draw...

Nearly 3 million extra deaths by 2030 could result from HIV funding cuts, study suggests

Live Science 4/21 4:15A

Editor's note: This story was first published on March 26, 2025. We could see up to 10.8 million more HIV cases than anticipated in the next five years if planned cuts to...

Miso Salmon

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/20 11:00P Krista

Miso salmon is a simple weeknight recipe that tastes like it came straight out of a restaurant! You ll love the sweet, savory, and umami flavors in this dish, serve with edamame or rice for the...

How One Milwaukee Food Bank Is Handling the Drop in USDA Funding

Civil Eats 4/20 10:00P Brian Calvert

For months, Matt King kept an eye on federal food aid policies. He also stayed in constant contact with Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, which, among other things, manages food disbursements...